The selected innovators joining the 2024 Innovation Programme are Algreen Ltd, Balena, Epoch Biodesign, Fibre52, Gencrest BioProducts Pvt Ltd, HeiQ AeoniQ, Nanollose – Nullabor, Regeneley, Samsara Eco, SEFF.
Know more about the innovators:
Algreen Ltd: Algreen co-develops alternative materials from algae and biobased sources that can replace fossil-based products such as PU.
Balena: Balena creates biodegradable partly biobased polymers for footwear outsoles.
Epoch Biodesign: Epoch Biodesign is an enzymatic recycler of PA66 and PA6 textile waste.
Fibre52: Fibre52 is a bio-based solution replacing traditional bleach prepared-for-dyeing and dye processes.
Gencrest BioProducts Pvt Ltd: Gencrest works with various agri-residues to convert them into textile-grade fibres using their enzymatic technology.
HeiQ AeoniQ: HeiQ AeoniQ™ is a continuous cellulose filament yarn with enhanced tensile properties.
Nanollose – Nullabor: Nullarbor™Lyocell is developed from microbial cellulose which is converted into pulp pulp to produce a lyocell fibre with their partner Birla Cellulose.
REGENELEY: REGENELEY pioneers advanced shoe sole recycling technologies by separating and recycling EVA, TPU, and rubber components found in footwear.
Samsara Eco: Samsara Eco is an enzymatic recycler of PA66 and PET textile waste.
SEFF: SEFF Fibre produces cottonised fibres and blends of hemp fabrics utilising a patented HVPED process.